3 bed detached house for sale

Asheldon Road, Torquay TQ1

Set in the heart of leafy Wellswood, this unique detached house is nestled on the wooded hillside above Stoodley Meadow and Ansteys Cove, screened from the road and set behind an extensive private driveway. Home to our clients over forty years, the house affords versatile accommodation with the primary living space at entrance level, and lower garden level used by our clients for guest bedrooms, although previously providing a self-contained annexe and scope to revert. A wonderful opportunity for those seeking a bespoke home in one of Torquay's most desirable locations.

Over Anstey conveniently stands just a short saunter to the comprehensive amenities of Wellswood with its village ambiance where independent shops, Coop, Post Office, Kents Pub, St Matthias Church, delicatessen and highly regarded Ilsham Primary School can all be found. A private gate links the garden to Stoodley Meadow, where picturesque walks can be taken southerly through the Ilsham Valley to Meadfoot Beach, or northerly on the south west coast paths to the coastal fields of Walls Hill and beyond to Babbbcombe Bay.

Owner Insight

"We have lived in "Over Anstey" for over 40 years and has been an absolute delight to have lived here for so many years. Both our children grew up here, attending local schools and still visit regularly. We all still enjoy the house's close proximity to the beaches, coastline, local pub, restaurants and shops in the village. We have also all enjoyed the varied wild life in the garden and surrounding areas. It is a unique property. It caused us some merriment when people from all over the world used to wander down our drive to see "the house that Mr Fawlty lived in" We all enjoy walking and is ideally situated with the Meadow at the bottom of the garden, through our back gate. It has been like living in the country with the wide open rural views but with the benefits of the village approximately 200 yards away. Extremely quiet, away from the hustle and bustle of life, the best of both worlds. We shall be so sad to leave this amazing property but for us it is time."

Step Inside

From Asheldon Road a driveway leads down to the parking area with parking for several vehicles from where a stepped approach leads to a front door opening to the reception hall with two windows to the front. The sitting room enjoys a warming log burner and picture window to the front approach. Archway to the dining room commanding views over the neighbouring Stoodley Meadow. From the sitting room sliding patio doors open to the beautiful conservatory with glazed surround, pitched roof, and calming green backdrop. The primary bedroom has fitted wardrobes, overhead cupboards, and an open green outlook over the surrounding area. En-suite with panelled bath, basin, WC, and obscure glazed window. Shower room with corner shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Tilling to walls, heated towel rail and obscure glazed window.

Kitchen & Utility

The kitchen has a dual aspect with windows to both the front and rear. Fitted with a range of units and granite work tops with inset sink. Built-in double oven, four ring induction hob with extractor above and integrated dishwasher. Utility with range of units, provisions for washing machine and American style fridge/freezer, window to the front and door to the rear.

Step Downstairs

From the Reception Hall stairs descend to the Lower Hallway with door to the garden. Bedroom 2 with built-in wardrobe and window enjoying the green outlook. The bathroom has a shower over the bath, basin, and WC. Tiling to walls and obscure window to the inner hall. Inner hall with storage cupboard and window with green outlook. Bedroom 3 with dual aspect having windows to the side and rear also enjoying the green outlook.

Top Floor

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the 3 loft rooms with access to eaves storage and the larger room having three Velux windows.

Step Outside

The garden is a particular attribute of Over Anstey, with a sizeable decked terrace at entrance level facing easterly commanding views over the garden toward the field, sheltered with glazed balustrading. A gated pathway with mature shrubs and trees leads down to a further decked terrace which is also accessed from the lower ground floor of the property. The pathway continues down to the lower levels with pond, small sloping lawn, and wooded area.
A private gate gives access to the neighbouring field, from where scenic walks can be enjoyed to Ansteys Cove, and South West Coast Paths toward Walls Hill or Meadfoot Beach. To the front is an extensive driveway providing ample off road parking.

Additional Information

Access: Stepped approach.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: F (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £3,379.77.
Broadband & mobile: We understand that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband are available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal likely with O2 & Vodafone but limited with EE & Three (according to the Ofcom website).

Our Area

Torquay is nestled on the warm South Devon coast being one of three towns along with Paignton and Brixham which form the natural east facing harbour of Torbay, sheltered from the English Channel. Torbay's wide selection of stunning beaches, picturesque coastline, mild climate and recreational facilities reinforce why it has rightfully earned the renowned nickname of the English Riviera.

Torquay Is Well Connected

By Train: Torquay Train Station has some direct lines to London Paddington and Birmingham and is just one stop from the main line Newton Abbot. By Air: Exeter Airport provides both UK and international flights. By Sea: Torquay Marina provides a safe haven for boats in all weathers, sheltered from the prevailing south-westerly winds. Regional Cities of Exeter & Plymouth approximately 22 miles and 32 miles respectively. Magnificent Dartmoor National park approximately 12 miles.

Directions

Sat nav: TQ1 2QS.
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Garden

Large sloping garden and terraces.

Parking - Driveway

Large driveway.